Enrichment

4th Grade Enrichment

Enrichment Offerings - 4th Grade

Academic Offerings

Chess: 1st - 6th    
JCDS is proud to partner with the Knight School to allow students to explore the classic game of chess. Lessons will include strategy, gameplay, and other skills. Students will exercise their critical thinking skills through a variety of chess-based games and activities.    

Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, or Friday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $125.00 per month
Instructor: Reb Phillips, The Knight School
Study Sharks: 4th-6th    
Learning doesn’t stop when the bell rings! Study Sharks provides a dedicated space where students can focus on completing homework, receive one one-on-one and group assistance, and engage in independent learning. This class promotes effective time management, organization, and empowerment in a supportive atmosphere.    

Day(s): Thursday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates:  January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $100.00 per month
Instructor:  Diane Bajalia, JCDS Learning Specialist
Drones: 4th- 6th 
New Program!
Come learn to program and fly indoor drones! Students will learn about the flight protocols, safety measures, and get to fly drones in a variety of indoor challenges. students will also work collaboratively in teams to create and modify flight plans.

Day(s): Tuesday
Time: 3:05- 4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $130.00 per month
Instructor: Lyndsey Gammon, JCDS Early Learning Teacher
Lego League: 3rd & 4th    
In Lego League, students explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) concepts and basic robotics. Students will research real-world engineering and environmental problems and work in teams to design, build, and program robotic solutions. Through this fun process, students will learn to collaborate, explain their ideas, and test solutions through trial and error.  
 
Day(s): Thursday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $125.00 per month
Instructor: Deb Landon, JCDS Science Specialist

Library Story Seekers 1st-4th    
Come take a deeper dive into the books in our JCDS Library with the Library Story Seekers program! Students will enjoy having picture books read aloud to them and get to "book taste" age-appropriate chapter books. Best of all, our Sharks will have the opportunity to sign out tons more books from the JCDS Library each week!

Day(s): Monday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $90.00 per month
Instructor: Jen Currie, JCDS Library Specialist

Active Offerings

Sharks Mini Team: 1st - 6th  
Come get some extra time in the water with the Sharks Mini-Swim Team. Students will get to work in a small group setting to develop stroke technique, physical fitness and general water skills. Please note that all students enrolled must pass a swim readiness assessment to join the program. This is not a 'learn to swim program' but rather a technique program for current, proficient swimmers. This program will have sections offered on Wednesday and Friday, following the weeks of the PE swimming unit in the Fall and Spring. This program will be led by Coach Erin Crabtree of the Deerwood Swim team, as well as supervised by a Red Cross certified Lifeguard.    

Day(s): Wednesday Or Friday
Time: 3:05-4:30pm
Session Dates:  April 16 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $225.00 Flat Fee
Instructor: Erin Crabtree, Deerwood Swim
Soccer Team: 3rd-6th  
JCDS Soccer is a developmental program for athletes in 3rd through 6th grades. Players will develop basic soccer skills including ball handling, shooting, and passing to prepare for match play. Students will participate in regular practices and games, establishing good sportsmanship and building aerobic fitness. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season.  
 
Day(s): Monday & Tuesday
Time: 3:05-4:45pm
Session Dates: March 18 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $150.00 Per Month + Uniform Fee $50.00
Flag Football Team: 3rd-6th Grade  
JCDS Flag Football is a developmental program for athletes in 3rd through 6th grades. Players will develop basic flag football skills including offensive and defensive formations and plays, route running and receiving, and flag pulling. Students will participate in regular practices and games, establishing good sportsmanship and building aerobic fitness. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season.    

Day(s): 
3rd & 4th: Monday, Friday
5th & 6th: Tuesday, Friday
Time:  3:05-4:45pm
Session Dates:  January 7 - March 7
Participation Fee(s): $125.00 Per Month + Uniform Fee $50.00
Volleyball Team: 3rd-6th
JCDS Volleyball is a developmental program for athletes in third through sixth grades. Players will develop basic volleyball skills including serving, setting, hitting, and passing. Students will participate in regular practices, establishing good sportsmanship through regular drills and conditioning. Teams will compete against other local independent schools throughout the season and in a culminating tournament.
   
Day(s): Monday & Thursday
Time: 3:05-4:45pm
Session Dates: January 7 - March 7
Participation Fee(s): $150.00 Per Month + Uniform Fee $50.00
Sharks on the Run: 1st -6th    
Come join the JCDS Sharks on the Run group for a fun, active, and engaging running club with your friends. Students will work on proper preparation, stretching, stride, and running technique, as well as pacing and gross motor skills.    

Day(s): Thursday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $80.00 per month
Instructor: Kate Krawiec, Lower Elementary Team Lead

Arts Offerings

Art Sharks: 3rd & 4th    
Art Sharks allows students to further explore artistic passions through a variety of topics and mediums. Projects may include ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, multi-media works, and collaborative art. Small class sizes offer opportunities for projects determined by student interest.   
 
Day(s): Monday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $125.00 per month
Instructor: Emily Buquo, JCDS Staff
Musical Theatre: 3rd - 6th      
The JCDS Musical Theatre program is an exciting extension of our Acting, Improv, and Chorus classes. Students will explore introductory acting techniques, singing, character building, improv, movement, and speech, as we rehearse for our big Spring musical!

NOTE: Students should plan to attend both days.
  
Day(s): Wednesday & Friday
Time: 3:05-4:15pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Participation Fee(s): $130.00 per month
Instructor: Lindsay Curry, JCDS Fine Arts Coordinator & Jessica Barker, JCDS Music Specialist
 
Dance: 3rd-6th, Level III    
The JCDS Dance program allows students to study a variety of movement disciplines. Students develop fine motor skills, balance, and coordination, and build relationships with their peers. Our Intro to Dance class focuses on movement, basic steps, and skills.
   
Day(s): See Schedule Below
Time: 3:05-4:30pm
Session Dates: January 7 - May 16
Instructor(s): Hannah Tucker, JCDS Dance Manager & Ashley Nelson, JCDS Dance Instructor

Class Schedule:
Monday- Ballet
Tuesday: Contemporary
Wednesday- Jazz
Thursday- Hip Hop

Fee(s):
$80.00- 1 Class
$120.00- 2 Classes
$150.00- 3 Classes
$180.00- 4 Classes
$195.00- 5 Classes   
$75.00 Costume Fee per class

Extended Care

Extended Care

Jacksonville Country Day School provides after school Extended Care for all students, including those in the pre-school program. As an extension of the regular school day, our program seeks to provide care that will compliment and support the mission of JCDS.

The Extended Care program includes daily homework time, physical and outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and a nutritious snack.



Monday- Friday
August 14 - May 23
Am Care: 7:15- 8:05am*
1:30-6:00pm (Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4)
3:05-6:00pm (Kindergarten-6th grade)

Pre-K 3 & Pre-K 4 options:
Annual option: 1:30 - 3:05 p.m.  $185/month ($1,665 annually)
Annual option: 1:30 - 6:00 p.m.  $275/month ($2,475 annually)

Kindergarten- 6th Grade options:
Annual option: 3:05 - 6:00 p.m.  $240/month ($2,160 annually)

Occasional Care: Pre-K 3 - 6th Grade
Fee(s): $9.50 per hour for any portion of the hour. 

*AM Care is included in the annual option or $9.50 per day for occasional use. 

If you have any questions regarding the Extended Care program, please email extended@jcds.com